The Opus Majus of Roger Bacon V2 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169343061)

The Opus Majus of Roger Bacon V2 is a book written by Robert Belle Burke that contains a complete translation of the Opus Majus, a major work of Roger Bacon, a 13th-century English philosopher and scientist. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different topic related to science and philosophy. Some of the topics covered in the book include mathematics, optics, alchemy, and theology. The translation is accompanied by extensive notes and commentary that provide context and background information on Bacon's ideas and the historical context in which he lived. The book is intended for scholars and students of medieval philosophy and science, as well as anyone interested in the history of ideas. Overall, The Opus Majus of Roger Bacon V2 is a comprehensive and authoritative work that sheds light on one of the most important figures in the history of science and philosophy.1928. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766126048. Volume 2 of 2. (This description is for both volumes.) Contains much of Bacon's principle writings in mathematics, optics, experimental science, and philosophy. Bacon is regarded as the first modern scientist. This is one of his major works with 8 plates and 72 illustrations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Belle Burke
ISBN-10: 1169343066
ISBN-13: 9781169343061
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 440
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.15lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.00d